Manufacturing Engineer – Medical Device

Location: Limerick, Ireland

Type: Permanent

We are hiring a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join a leading medical device company in Limerick. This permanent role is ideal for a results-driven professional passionate about optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring product quality, and driving innovation in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities
Process Optimization: Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and scalability.
Equipment Management: Oversee the installation, validation, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment, ensuring optimal performance.
Problem-Solving: Troubleshoot production issues, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.
Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with relevant regulatory standards, such as ISO 13485 and FDA requirements.
Documentation: Create and maintain detailed process documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, and validation reports.
New Product Introduction (NPI): Support the introduction of new products by developing and validating manufacturing processes and equipment.
Training and Support: Provide technical support and training to production staff to ensure consistent adherence to processes and quality standards.
Data Analysis: Monitor production data to identify trends, analyze performance metrics, and recommend improvements.
Requirements
Experience:
3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry.
Proven track record of working with automated and manual assembly processes.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
Skills:
Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.
Experience with equipment validation (IQ, OQ, PQ) and process validation.
Proficiency in CAD software and manufacturing systems (e.g., ERP, MES).
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
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For more information and a confidential chat please contact Gerard Cunniffe on (phone number removed)